1908 $5 MS65 NGC....

Description

Lovely, Scarce Gem 1908 Indian Head Half Eagle

1908 $5 MS65 NGC. Bela Lyon Pratt's incuse designs for the new 1908 Indian Head half eagles and quarter eagles was a bold innovation executed, unsurprisingly, by an outsider to the U.S. Mint. The intractable Charles Barber was still Chief Engraver at the mint facility in Philadelphia, and was hardly known for promoting innovation, especially from non-Mint personnel. This lovely Gem from the first year of the series is well struck, and the surfaces exhibit fine preservation, being devoid of any offensive marks or any indications of improper storage. The satin luster is unimpaired and the lime-green coloration is strong and vibrant. Any specialist in Indian half eagles should be pleased by the attractive appearance and overall quality of this conditionally scarce example.
From The Oscar Alexander Collection of 1908 Gold.(Registry values: N4719)

Coin Index Numbers: (NGC ID# 28DE, PCGS# 8510, Greysheet# 9308)

Weight: 8.36 grams

Metal: 90% Gold, 10% Copper

Note for clients in the European Union: This lot is considered by the European Union to be “investment gold”. We believe that it meets the criteria established in Article 344(1), point (2) of Council Directive 2006/112/EC and thus should be exempt from import VAT regardless of the selling price. Any questions or concerns about VAT should be addressed to your accountant or local tax authority.

View all of [Oscar Alexander Collection of 1908 Gold ]

View Certification Details from NGC